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Dr. Nora D. Volkow, NIDA Director, unveils new report on drug abuse treatment for criminal justice populations.
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Dr. Timothy Condon addresses the media. Cook County Chief Judge Timothy Evans and TASC President Melody Heaps listen in the background.
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Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley expresses support for the new NIDA recommendations.
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Melody Heaps, President of TASC, Inc. (Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities) emphasizes the importance of local treatment programs.
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The Honorable Timothy Evans, Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County, supports addiction treatment for drug abusing offenders.
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NIDA Communications Director Carol Krause introduces event speakers.
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Cheryl Cline, former offender in recovery from drug addiction, shares her experience.
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Tim Bell, former offender in recovery from drug addiction, speaks about his substance abuse and treatment.
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Angel Cruz, former offender in recovery from drug addiction, explains how his life has changed due to treatment.
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Dr. Nora Volkow is interviewed following the press conference.
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Posters of drug abuse statistics and graphics are displayed at the press event.
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Reporters ask questions following the press conference.
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